Jack Ham hospitalized before Penn State vs. Washington game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 12:40 AM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
Jack Ham, a four-time Super Bowl champion and Penn State legend, was hospitalized before the Nittany Lions' game against Washington. The 77-year-old was preparing for his role as a radio analyst for the Penn State Sports Network when he suffered a medical emergency, resulting in his transport to the University of Washington Medical Center. This incident caused concern across the college football community, shifting focus from the game to Ham's health. Penn State Athletics issued a statement confirming the emergency and requested patience while he is evaluated. Support has flooded in from fans and former teammates as the program provides updates on Ham's condition.
- •Jack Ham experienced a medical emergency before the Washington game.
- •He was transported to the University of Washington Medical Center.
- •Penn State Athletics confirmed the incident and requested patience.
- •Ham has been a broadcast analyst for nearly three decades.
- •Support from fans and former teammates has poured in.
- 12:40 AMYahoo Sports — 4x Super Bowl Champ, Penn State Legend Hospitalized With Medical Emergency Before Washington Game as Program Issues Statement
"Penn State’s showdown against Washington was overshadowed by a terrifying medical emergency before kickoff. Legendary linebacker and four-time Super Bowl champion Jack Ham was rushed to a Seattle hospital after suffering a sudden health scare, sending shockwaves through the college football community.
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